Herb-Infused Spring Quiche
A savory Easter brunch dish packed with asparagus, spinach, and a fragrant herb crust. This American-inspired quick recipe, ready in about 50 minutes, pairs pastry dough, whole milk, eggs for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 12 oz pastry dough
- 1 cup whole milk
- 4 eggs
- 8 oz, trimmed and cut into 1/2-inch pieces asparagus
- 4 oz, chopped spinach
- 2 cloves, minced garlic
- 1 tbsp, chopped fresh thyme
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
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Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Roll out pastry dough on a floured surface and line a 9-inch pie dish, trimming excess. Prick the bottom with a fork and chill for 10 minutes.
- Step 2: In a large bowl, whisk together milk, eggs, thyme, salt, and pepper. Stir in asparagus, spinach, and garlic until evenly coated.
- Step 3: Pour the mixture into the chilled pastry shell. Bake for 25-30 minutes until the top is golden and a knife inserted comes out clean. Let cool slightly before slicing.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Herb-Infused Spring Quiche take to make?
Total time is about 50 minutes (20 min prep + 30 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Herb-Infused Spring Quiche?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep pastry dough from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Herb-Infused Spring Quiche?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Herb-Infused Spring Quiche for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Herb-Infused Spring Quiche?
American quick meals like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
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The step-by-step instructions were super clear. Turned out perfect on my first try.
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Kids gobbled it up without complaints — that's a 5-star in my book.
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Made with what I had on hand and it still came out great.
